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In the context of the article, what does the word 'rapidly' suggest about the increase of microplastics?
In the context of the article, what does the word 'rapidly' suggest about the increase of microplastics?
- A quick, fast-paced change occurring in a short time.
- A slow, gradual change over a long period. (correct)
- A change that is consistent and unnoticeable.
- A change that is only related to certain geographical areas.
How does the article use the word 'potential' when discussing the role of microplastics in neurodegenerative diseases?
How does the article use the word 'potential' when discussing the role of microplastics in neurodegenerative diseases?
- To state with certainty the definitive impact of microplastics.
- To deny any possible link between microplastics and diseases.
- To indicate the possible but not yet proven role of microplastics. (correct)
- To highlight the established benefits of microplastics in treating diseases.
What does the phrase 'broken down' imply when describing microplastics in the article?
What does the phrase 'broken down' imply when describing microplastics in the article?
- Assembled into larger, more complex structures.
- Preserved in their original state without undergoing changes. (correct)
- Relocated from one area to another without changing form.
- Decomposed or disintegrated into smaller particles.
In the article, why is it significant that the research was 'published in the journal Nature medicine'?
In the article, why is it significant that the research was 'published in the journal Nature medicine'?
What is meant by 'microplastic concentration was much higher in the brain tissue'?
What is meant by 'microplastic concentration was much higher in the brain tissue'?
In the context of the study, what does it mean to say that the scientists 'extended the analysis'?
In the context of the study, what does it mean to say that the scientists 'extended the analysis'?
What does the article imply by stating, 'The data showed an increasing Trend in microplastic contamination of brains from 1997 to 2024'?
What does the article imply by stating, 'The data showed an increasing Trend in microplastic contamination of brains from 1997 to 2024'?
According to the information, what percentage of the total plastic found was polyethylene?
According to the information, what percentage of the total plastic found was polyethylene?
Why should we use caution when interpreting the study's suggestion that microplastics 'may make their way into human organs at increasing rates'?
Why should we use caution when interpreting the study's suggestion that microplastics 'may make their way into human organs at increasing rates'?
What is the significance of the word CHOICE 'suggest' in the sentence, 'These findings suggest that environmental micro and nanoplastics levels are rising'?
What is the significance of the word CHOICE 'suggest' in the sentence, 'These findings suggest that environmental micro and nanoplastics levels are rising'?
How does the article use the word 'alarming' in the phrase 'an alarming accumulation of plastic particles'?
How does the article use the word 'alarming' in the phrase 'an alarming accumulation of plastic particles'?
How does the study use 'consume' in the sentence, 'people consume the tiny particles via food water and by breathing them in'?
How does the study use 'consume' in the sentence, 'people consume the tiny particles via food water and by breathing them in'?
What is the function of 'while' in the sentence, 'While the study uncovered an association between plastic accumulation and certain health conditions, larger and more diverse studies are needed to confirm long-term trends and potential health risks'?
What is the function of 'while' in the sentence, 'While the study uncovered an association between plastic accumulation and certain health conditions, larger and more diverse studies are needed to confirm long-term trends and potential health risks'?
What is the meaning of 'uncovered' in the sentence, 'While the study uncovered an association between plastic accumulation and certain health conditions'?
What is the meaning of 'uncovered' in the sentence, 'While the study uncovered an association between plastic accumulation and certain health conditions'?
In the context of the lesson, what does 'accumulates' mean in the sentence 'My vocabulary accumulates rapidly'?
In the context of the lesson, what does 'accumulates' mean in the sentence 'My vocabulary accumulates rapidly'?
According to the lesson, what part of speech is 'accumulation' in the sentence 'The accumulation of plastic particles in human brains is raising concerns'?
According to the lesson, what part of speech is 'accumulation' in the sentence 'The accumulation of plastic particles in human brains is raising concerns'?
According to the lesson, what does 'raising concerns' mean in the sentence discussing the accumulation of plastic particles in human brains?
According to the lesson, what does 'raising concerns' mean in the sentence discussing the accumulation of plastic particles in human brains?
Based on the lesson, what is the significance of using the modal verb 'may' in the headline 'Levels of Microplastics in Human Brains May Be Rapidly Rising'?
Based on the lesson, what is the significance of using the modal verb 'may' in the headline 'Levels of Microplastics in Human Brains May Be Rapidly Rising'?
In the context of the lesson, what does it mean to 'extend the deadline'?
In the context of the lesson, what does it mean to 'extend the deadline'?
According to the lesson, what is the noun form of the verb 'extend'?
According to the lesson, what is the noun form of the verb 'extend'?
According to the lesson, what does 'make up' mean in the sentence 'It made up 75% of the Total Plastic on average'?
According to the lesson, what does 'make up' mean in the sentence 'It made up 75% of the Total Plastic on average'?
According to the lesson, what does 'Trend' mean in the sentence 'The data showed an increasing Trend in microplastic contamination of brains from 1997 to 2024'?
According to the lesson, what does 'Trend' mean in the sentence 'The data showed an increasing Trend in microplastic contamination of brains from 1997 to 2024'?
In the lesson, what is the purpose of the word "while', as in the phrase, "While the study uncovered an association between plastic accumulation and certain health conditions..."?
In the lesson, what is the purpose of the word "while', as in the phrase, "While the study uncovered an association between plastic accumulation and certain health conditions..."?
In the context of the lesson about microplastics in human brains, the lesson contrasts past simple and present perfect. Why is the past simple used in '...28 people who died in 2016...'?
In the context of the lesson about microplastics in human brains, the lesson contrasts past simple and present perfect. Why is the past simple used in '...28 people who died in 2016...'?
What does the word 'consume' most likely mean in the sentence, 'People consume the tiny particles via food, water, and by breathing them in'?
What does the word 'consume' most likely mean in the sentence, 'People consume the tiny particles via food, water, and by breathing them in'?
In the phrase 'raising concerns about their potential role in neurodegenerative disease', what does 'potential' imply about the link between microplastics and such diseases?
In the phrase 'raising concerns about their potential role in neurodegenerative disease', what does 'potential' imply about the link between microplastics and such diseases?
According to the content, how did scientists 'extend the analysis' of microplastics in brain tissue?
According to the content, how did scientists 'extend the analysis' of microplastics in brain tissue?
The content states, 'The data showed an increasing trend in microplastic contamination of brains from 1997 to 2024.' What does 'increasing trend' suggest?
The content states, 'The data showed an increasing trend in microplastic contamination of brains from 1997 to 2024.' What does 'increasing trend' suggest?
If a study 'uncovered an association between plastic accumulation and certain health conditions,' what does 'uncovered' mean in this context?
If a study 'uncovered an association between plastic accumulation and certain health conditions,' what does 'uncovered' mean in this context?
The researcher wants to emphasize the PRESENT RESULT of a past action. Which tense should the researcher use to say someone relevant to their study has died?
The researcher wants to emphasize the PRESENT RESULT of a past action. Which tense should the researcher use to say someone relevant to their study has died?
In the context of discussing research findings, what does 'suggest' imply when stating that 'these findings suggest that environmental micro and nanoplastics levels are rising'?
In the context of discussing research findings, what does 'suggest' imply when stating that 'these findings suggest that environmental micro and nanoplastics levels are rising'?
In reference to scientific research, what is meant when stating researchers are going to 'extend the analysis'?
In reference to scientific research, what is meant when stating researchers are going to 'extend the analysis'?
According to the lesson, what language device does a presenter use to signal a point will be contrasted?
According to the lesson, what language device does a presenter use to signal a point will be contrasted?
The scientists found an 'increasing trend'. What does 'trend' mean most closely in this context?
The scientists found an 'increasing trend'. What does 'trend' mean most closely in this context?
According to what was presented, what does the adverb 'rapidly' suggest?
According to what was presented, what does the adverb 'rapidly' suggest?
When do you use PAST SIMPLE rather than PRESENT PERFECT?
When do you use PAST SIMPLE rather than PRESENT PERFECT?
I want to request a professor to extend the deadline so that it is due later. Which expression is CORRECT?
I want to request a professor to extend the deadline so that it is due later. Which expression is CORRECT?
During a discussion of new finding, the word CHOICE 'suggests' carries what implication?
During a discussion of new finding, the word CHOICE 'suggests' carries what implication?
Because microplastic trash gradually gathers in the environment over time, what verb can we use to describe this process?
Because microplastic trash gradually gathers in the environment over time, what verb can we use to describe this process?
In what context would the expressions 'teeny tiny' or 'itty bitty' be most appropriate?
In what context would the expressions 'teeny tiny' or 'itty bitty' be most appropriate?
How does the video differentiate between using 'she died' and 'she has died'?
How does the video differentiate between using 'she died' and 'she has died'?
What does it mean to be 'on the fence' about something?
What does it mean to be 'on the fence' about something?
If a scientist says they 'extended the analysis,' what did they most likely do?
If a scientist says they 'extended the analysis,' what did they most likely do?
What is the function of the phrase 'from X to Y' in a sentence, as explained in the video?
What is the function of the phrase 'from X to Y' in a sentence, as explained in the video?
How does the video describe the meaning of 'alarming'?
How does the video describe the meaning of 'alarming'?
If someone asks to receive 'an extension on the deadline,' what are they requesting?
If someone asks to receive 'an extension on the deadline,' what are they requesting?
What does the video suggest about the use of the modal verb 'may' in the article's headline?
What does the video suggest about the use of the modal verb 'may' in the article's headline?
In the context of scientific findings, what is implied when a study 'uncovered' a connection?
In the context of scientific findings, what is implied when a study 'uncovered' a connection?
According to the video, what does 'consume' mean in the context of people and microplastics?
According to the video, what does 'consume' mean in the context of people and microplastics?
Based on the video, what is the significance of the journal name 'Nature Medicine' being capitalized?
Based on the video, what is the significance of the journal name 'Nature Medicine' being capitalized?
What must be considered when changing a word, according to the video?
What must be considered when changing a word, according to the video?
The data shows 'an increasing trend.' Based on the video, what is the best description of 'trend'?
The data shows 'an increasing trend.' Based on the video, what is the best description of 'trend'?
What does the phrasal verb 'make up' mean, as used in the sentence, 'It made up 75% of the Total Plastic on average'?
What does the phrasal verb 'make up' mean, as used in the sentence, 'It made up 75% of the Total Plastic on average'?
According to the video, what is the purpose of using 'while' at the beginning of a sentence?
According to the video, what is the purpose of using 'while' at the beginning of a sentence?
Flashcards
Microplastics
Microplastics
Extremely small, tiny plastic particles.
Accumulate
Accumulate
Gradually gathers or increases over a period of time.
Neurodegenerative
Neurodegenerative
Diseases relating to the brain.
Broken down (phrasal verb)
Broken down (phrasal verb)
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Summit
Summit
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Consume
Consume
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Concentration
Concentration
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Extend
Extend
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Association
Association
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Uncover
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Make Up
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On the fence
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Study Notes
Microplastics in Human Brains
- Study indicates microplastic levels in human brains may be increasing rapidly.
- Microplastics are extremely small plastic particles.
- Alternatives to "small" include "little" and "teeny."
- "Teeny tiny," "itty bitty," and "teeny weeny" are cutesy, informal words for very small items.
- "May" implies possibility, not a confirmed fact.
- "Rising" means increasing; "rapidly" means quickly.
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Research Findings
- New research revealed an alarming accumulation of plastic particles in human brains.
- Accumulation refers to a gradual gathering or increase over time.
- Accumulation of plastic particles raises concerns about their potential role in neurodegenerative diseases.
- Neurodegenerative diseases are diseases related to the brain, such as Alzheimer's or Parkinson's.
- "Potential role" signifies a possibility, not a certainty.
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Microplastic Prevalence
- Microplastics are broken down from plastic waste and have polluted the entire planet.
- Microplastics are found from the summit of Mount Everest to the deepest oceans, illustrating their widespread presence.
- People consume these particles via food, water, and by breathing them in.
- The research was published in the journal Nature Medicine.
- New research analyzed samples of brain, liver, and kidney tissues.
- Samples were taken from 28 people who died in 2016 and 24 who died in 2024 in New Mexico.
Grammar Points
- Use the past simple tense with a specific past date such as 2016 or two years ago (e.g., she died in 2016).
- Present Perfect is a completed past action, but you're emphasizing the result in the present.
- Microplastic concentration, or the number of microplastic particles, was much higher in brain tissue.
- Concentration can also refer to mental focus.
- Extending analysis refers to increasing the length or scope of the timeline or deadline.
- "Can you give me an extension on the deadline" is a common phrase.
- Increasing trend refers to a pattern of growth over time.
- Common to talk about trends like the internet, technology, AI, and automation.
Data and Implications
- Data showed an increasing trend in microplastic contamination of brains from 1997 to 2024.
- Polyethylene, used in plastic bags and food packaging, made up 75% of the total plastic found.
- Findings suggest environmental micro and nanoplastics levels are rising and may enter human organs at increasing rates.
- "May" indicates a possibility, not a fact.
- "Suggest" implies a possibility, unlike "prove" or "demonstrate."
- "On the fence" means still deciding.
Association vs. Proof
- The study uncovered an association, or connection, between plastic accumulation and certain health conditions.
- Association is a connection or link between two things.
- While introducing a contrast, implies the point after is of opposite conotation to the one before.
- More diverse studies are needed to confirm long-term trends and potential health risks.
- Uncovered means revealed or showed for the first time.
- More research is needed to confirm or show proof the link between microplastics and certain health conditions.
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Description
A recent study indicates a rapid increase of microplastic levels in human brains. Microplastics are extremely small plastic particles which accumulate over time. This accumulation raises concerns about potential links to neurodegenerative diseases.
